Networking Women in the Fire Service
Procurement Advisor
Networking Women in the Fire Service, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
PROCUREMENT ADVISOR
£29,777 to £31,364 per annum subject to a pay award from April 2024 + benefits
About the role
We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of Procurement Advisor.
Under the guidance of the Procurement Services Manager, you will undertake the support and delivery of Procurement duties within the function in line with Public Contract Regulations, contributing to the provision of an excellent service while ensuring the effective use of resources. You will support department managers in the delivery of exceptional services to our community and key stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
Procure goods, services, and works on behalf of the Service in accordance with Procurement Regulations and the Fire and Rescue Authority’s Standing Orders, Financial Regulations, and Policies.
Liaise with stakeholders and external organisations to develop robust specifications for inclusion in tenders.
Be responsible for the effective management of contracts to deliver optimum supplier performance.
Support National and Regional Fire Service procurement activities.
Provide specialist procurement advice, guidance, and support where necessary to Service personnel.
Review progress of contracts periodically and undertake appropriate supplier relationship management activities.
Ensure that procurement processes are cost-effective and achieve best value.
Organise and manage goods, services, and works contracts for the service.
Support in the performance management of Procurement activity.
Support in the development and implementation of regional Fire Service procurement solutions to deliver significant improvements in processes and costs.
Participate in local and regional procurement task groups as appropriate.
Support with the disposal of goods found to be obsolete or in excess of requirements in accordance with the Authority’s Financial Regulations.
Assist in the monitoring and review of revenue and capital budgets as appropriate.
Prepare and submit reports as required.
Deputise for the Procurement Services Manager when required.
Minimum Requirements:
We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:
Public sector procurement category experience.
Understanding of the public contract regulations.
Effective management of contracts to deliver optimum supplier performance.
Experience of engaging with stakeholders internal and external.
Selection Process
This is a multi-stage assessment process; successful candidates will be progressed to subsequent stages. All candidates will be notified of their outcomes following participation in a given assessment stage.
Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:
Advert closes: 26th Sept 2024
Notification of shortlist: 8th October 2024
Interview with a panel: 15th October 2024
*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change
Interested in applying?
Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words which should demonstrate how you meet the criteria stated on the person specification and job description.
Please submit your supporting statement and equal opportunities monitoring form by no later than 12 noon on 26th Sept 2024.
For further information about the role, please contact Mark Hughes at mark.hughes@twfire.gov.uk.
Pre-employment checks
The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes an enhanced DBS check, completion of an occupational health medical questionnaire, and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks.
Key employee benefits:
Generous leave entitlement commencing at 23 days plus Public Holidays and 3 local days to be used over the Christmas period
Flexi-time scheme in operation
Local government pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Free on-site gym
Blue light discount
Car leasing scheme
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£29,777 to £31,364 per annum subject to a pay award from April 2024 + benefits
About the role
We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of Procurement Advisor.
Under the guidance of the Procurement Services Manager, you will undertake the support and delivery of Procurement duties within the function in line with Public Contract Regulations, contributing to the provision of an excellent service while ensuring the effective use of resources. You will support department managers in the delivery of exceptional services to our community and key stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
Procure goods, services, and works on behalf of the Service in accordance with Procurement Regulations and the Fire and Rescue Authority’s Standing Orders, Financial Regulations, and Policies.
Liaise with stakeholders and external organisations to develop robust specifications for inclusion in tenders.
Be responsible for the effective management of contracts to deliver optimum supplier performance.
Support National and Regional Fire Service procurement activities.
Provide specialist procurement advice, guidance, and support where necessary to Service personnel.
Review progress of contracts periodically and undertake appropriate supplier relationship management activities.
Ensure that procurement processes are cost-effective and achieve best value.
Organise and manage goods, services, and works contracts for the service.
Support in the performance management of Procurement activity.
Support in the development and implementation of regional Fire Service procurement solutions to deliver significant improvements in processes and costs.
Participate in local and regional procurement task groups as appropriate.
Support with the disposal of goods found to be obsolete or in excess of requirements in accordance with the Authority’s Financial Regulations.
Assist in the monitoring and review of revenue and capital budgets as appropriate.
Prepare and submit reports as required.
Deputise for the Procurement Services Manager when required.
Minimum Requirements:
We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:
Public sector procurement category experience.
Understanding of the public contract regulations.
Effective management of contracts to deliver optimum supplier performance.
Experience of engaging with stakeholders internal and external.
Selection Process
This is a multi-stage assessment process; successful candidates will be progressed to subsequent stages. All candidates will be notified of their outcomes following participation in a given assessment stage.
Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:
Advert closes: 26th Sept 2024
Notification of shortlist: 8th October 2024
Interview with a panel: 15th October 2024
*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change
Interested in applying?
Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words which should demonstrate how you meet the criteria stated on the person specification and job description.
Please submit your supporting statement and equal opportunities monitoring form by no later than 12 noon on 26th Sept 2024.
For further information about the role, please contact Mark Hughes at mark.hughes@twfire.gov.uk.
Pre-employment checks
The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes an enhanced DBS check, completion of an occupational health medical questionnaire, and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks.
Key employee benefits:
Generous leave entitlement commencing at 23 days plus Public Holidays and 3 local days to be used over the Christmas period
Flexi-time scheme in operation
Local government pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Free on-site gym
Blue light discount
Car leasing scheme
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